The King holds formal audiences

It is accepted international practice that a new ambassador in a country is always given the opportunity to meet the head of state, although the ceremonies vary in different countries. In Sweden, the reception of a foreign envoy follows a traditional ceremony, and is quite unique with its centuries old traditions.

The foreign envoys received by The King during the formal audiences were:

• The United Mexican States, Alejandro Alday González
• The People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, Seddik Saoudi
  
• The State of Qatar, Nadia Al-Sheebi
  
• The Republic of Armenia, Anna Aghadjanian